J065--Water Purification System (Millipore Sigma) Preventative Maintenance and Emergency Repair Service | Intent to Sole Source
ID: 36C25025Q0460Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF250-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 10 (36C250)DAYTON, OH, 45428, USA

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND VETERINARY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (J065)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/eeccd7bc95f14ab89f51415c997a58d1/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs, through the Network Contracting Office 10, intends to negotiate a sole source contract with EMD Millipore Corp. for a Water Purification System Service Agreement at the Chillicothe Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Ohio. This Firm-Fixed Price Contract is necessary for the maintenance and emergency repair of specialized water purification equipment, which is critical for ensuring the health and safety of veterans receiving care at the facility. Responses to this notice are due by April 7, 2025, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time, and interested parties may submit a capabilities statement to Contract Specialist April Fawley at april.fawley@va.gov for consideration, although no formal solicitation package will be provided.

    Point(s) of Contact
    April FawleyContract Specialist
    april.fawley@va.gov
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    36C25025Q0460.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to negotiate a sole source contract with EMD Millipore Corp. for a Water Purification System Service Agreement for the Chillicothe Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Ohio. This is classified as a Firm-Fixed Price Contract, and it follows regulations under FAR Subpart 13.2. The solicitation is referenced by number 36C25025Q0460, with responses due on April 7, 2025, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time. This notice serves to meet the publication requirement of FAR 5.201(b)(1), indicating that only EMD Millipore is believed to have the necessary capabilities for this service. Although no formal request for competitive proposals is issued, contractors may submit a capabilities statement for consideration. The contracting office is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and responses should be directed to Contract Specialist April Fawley via email. This document represents a clear intention to secure specialized services for the VA, emphasizing the exclusivity of the chosen provider due to their unique offerings.
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